Who is singing the national anthem for the Bills vs Broncos NFL Divisional playoff game?
Here’s everything you need to know about who is singing the national anthem ahead of the Bills vs Broncos match.
As the Buffalo Bills prepare to host the Denver Broncos in a high-stakes NFL playoff game this weekend, the usual pre-kickoff traditions are once again under the microscope.
Beyond talk of matchups and game plans, a growing group of fans is publicly pushing broadcasters to return to full national anthem coverage on live playoff broadcasts, arguing it should not be sidelined in favour of extra analysis or commercials.
Across social media platforms, Bills and Broncos fans alike have joined a broader online movement calling on networks such as CBS, NBC, ESPN, and FOX to consistently show the full rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” before playoff games.
Network executives have remained publicly quiet on the matter. Decisions about which segments to air are, as expected, driven by production schedules and advertising commitments, with lots of money involved. And we know who wins when money goes up against fans.
The famous atmosphere at Highmark Stadium is already special: in recent years, the “Bills Mafia” crowd has woven its own traditions into the fabric of game day, from choruses of “Mr. Brightside” to intense home support.
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Who is singing the national anthem for the Bills vs Broncos game?
The first matchup features the Buffalo Bills visiting the Denver Broncos in the AFC Divisional Playoff. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
Singing the national anthem ahead of the game is local country artist Kayla Ruby. The 25-year-old was born in Texas but grew up in Colorado. She started performing and pursuing music professionally as a teenager. Over the years she’s built a growing profile in the country music scene, blending country and pop influences with strong vocals and personal storytelling in her songs.
Tonight’s National Anthem is performed by National Recording Artist from Colorado Kayla Ruby pic.twitter.com/V8FuMIQLjN
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She’s released a series of singles over the years including “Never Really Know Somebody,” “Ladies’ Night,” and “Even Johnny Stumbled.” Her music strikes a balance between traditional country storytelling and modern pop influences. She has opened for notable artists in the country world like Parker McCollum and the Eli Young Band, and she’s sung at significant events, including multiple previous performances of the national anthem at Denver Broncos games.
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